1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Talbot |
| Model | Cala | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
